Meanwhile, in a separate statement the border guarding force said, senior officials of the BSF are in constant touch with Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) and this coordination has ensured safe evacuation of students even during night time operations.“To further enhance the efficiency of the process, the immigration desk at ICP Petrapole will now be open 24/7, ensuring uninterrupted and safe passage for all students returning home,” it said.“Senior BSF officers at all Land Custom Station (LCS) and ICP Petrapole locations are on high alert, ensuring that each student receives the necessary help and support. The safety and well-being of the students is of utmost priority, and additional facilities have been arranged to meet their needs,” the statement read.It is estimated that nearly 8,000 Indian students are currently studying in Bangladesh, with a majority enrolled in medical colleges in Comilla, Brahmanbaria, and Dhaka. “Many of these students are seeking to re-enter India through four ICPs and LCSs, particularly via Agartala in West Tripura district and Srimantapur in Sepahijala district,” it said.
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